UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

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Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Ajmera Transplant Centre, Nephrology, Endocrinology & Hepatology
Reports to: Vice President, Clinical
Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: September 25, 2025

Position Summary

The Clinical Director is a strategic and forward-thinking leader who plays a vital role within the hospital’s leadership team. Responsible for the oversight of administrative, operational, and patient care functions across designated clinical programs, this role is key to advancing high-quality, patient-centered care and optimizing clinical resources.

In close collaboration with Vice Presidents, Medical Directors, Division/Department Chiefs, and Directors of Practice and Programs, the Clinical Director ensures seamless coordination and integration of services across UHN and the broader healthcare community. They lead the development and execution of programmatic, organizational, and financial plans that align with UHN’s mission and strategic priorities.

Recognized for their visionary leadership and commitment to performance excellence, the Clinical Director inspires innovation and embraces transformation. They actively promote best practices in a cross-functional environment, building teams and strong partnerships internally and externally to support integrated care delivery.

This role requires exceptional time management and prioritization skills to navigate multiple demands and deadlines. Through effective decision-making and stakeholder engagement, the Clinical Director drives the achievement of strategic and operational goals while fostering a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• A Master’s degree in a health or business-related discipline is required.
• Current Certificate of Registration in good standing from a college recognized under the Regulated Health Professions Act (e., College of Nurses of Ontario).
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive leadership experience in a healthcare setting, preferably with a background in acute and critical care.
• Has a minimum 5 years experience in financial management in complex health care portfolios.
• Strong understanding of acute care program management, with the ability to facilitate collaboration between clinical and support services.
• Experience in surgical care and services is considered a significant asset.
• Proven leadership in driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and effective fiscal management across a diverse portfolio.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a culture of learning, innovation, accountability, and positive change.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and sustaining clinical practice standards and quality control measures.
• Advanced skills in collaboration, negotiation, conflict resolution, and both human and financial resource management.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a track record of building strong relationships with teams, leaders, physicians, community partners, academic institutions, and other healthcare programs and service providers.
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively with colleagues to achieve shared goals. Values diverse perspectives, supports group decisions, and contributes to team success.
• Communication: Communicates clearly and effectively in both verbal and written formats. Actively listens, adapts messaging to the audience, and ensures transparency and information sharing.
• Creativity: Brings forward innovative solutions and fresh approaches to problem-solving.

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.